Asheville in North Carolina became known for its psychiatric care after the opening of Highland Hospital in 1904; Highland Hospital enjoyed a national reputation.
The historic Highland Hospital was located in Montford, a residential area of Asheville.
Originally called "Dr. Carroll's Sanatorium," it was founded by the famous psychiatrist Robert S. Carroll.
Homewood at 19 Zillicoa, the house of Dr.Carroll and his wife, Grace Potter Carrol
Highland Hall at 75 Zillicoa Street was built specifically for the hospital. This building housed a psychiatric facility. In a fire on the night of March 10, 1948, nine women died, among them Zelda Fitzgerald, wife of F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Rumbaugh House, Zillicoa Street, built in 1892 and considered one of the largest residences in the Montford area. This building housed the administration of Highland Hospital.
